Public Boat Access Lake James Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:47 PM
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Launch Light & Moon — June 24
local timeWaxing Gibbous (72% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Public Boat Access Lake James
| Location | Nebo, North Carolina |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Lake James |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.4/5 (38 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 35.739251, -81.886229 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | McDowell |
Public Boat Access Lake James is a public boat launch providing access to Lake James in Nebo, North Carolina at coordinates 35.73925, -81.88623. Rated 4.4/5 based on 38 Google reviews.
Public Boat Access Lake James is a public boat launch on Lake James in Nebo, McDowell County, North Carolina. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows live USGS water level and temperature, sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Public Boat Access Lake James
Is Public Boat Access Lake James free to use?
Yes, Public Boat Access Lake James is a public boat launch with free access in Nebo, North Carolina.
How is Public Boat Access Lake James rated?
Public Boat Access Lake James has a 4.4 out of 5 rating based on 38 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Public Boat Access Lake James access?
Public Boat Access Lake James provides boat launch access to Lake James in Nebo, North Carolina.
How do I get to Public Boat Access Lake James?
Public Boat Access Lake James is located at coordinates 35.739251, -81.886229 in Nebo, North Carolina. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
6 additional boat launches are located within 5.1 mi of Public Boat Access Lake James, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.